Athletic Department Message

A Message from the Athletic Department

The schools and community members are very proud of the athletic history and tradition of the Southwest Allen County Middle Schools. Our athletic programs reflect the schools’ overall commitment to excellence. We are proud to provide a number of athletic offerings for our young student-athletes. We believe that providing these opportunities for competition enhances the overall development of our student athletes and extends the educational mission of our school. If you believe that organized sports can contribute to living a healthy life, that the positive values and virtues developed on the playing field can last a lifetime, and that good character influences enjoyment, satisfaction and performance, then our athletics program is for you.

Sportsmanship Statement

Good sportsmanship is a characteristic that we desire to be exhibited by members of our athletic teams. We take a pro-active stance and encourage good sportsmanship to grow and remain strong for many years to come. Good sportsmanship demands that our players be good people, take responsibility for their actions, and show consideration for all others. We expect teams to show pride in their abilities, have humility in their accomplishments, and display great confidence without arrogance. Teams are expected to exhibit the same characteristics in victory or defeat. Teams will show respect for opponents, officials, and fans. Cooperation is needed by athletes, coaches, officials, students, parents, and other spectators. Please support our student athletes by being a good sport. BE A FAN – NOT A FANATIC.

A—always making today your best day

T—taking pride in a job well done

T—treating others with respect

I—isolating your negative thoughts

T—treating every new challenge as an opportunity

U—utilizing your talents each day

D—doing the job right the first time

E—expecting positive outcomes daily

EVENT ATTENDANCE / CODE OF CONDUCT

Our staff and administration are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone who is admitted to our athletic events. We will proactively intervene when necessary in order to insure the highest level of entertainment possible for each guest, while maintaining a “family friendly environment”. Our staff reserves the right to determine what constitutes unacceptable behavior and to deny admittance to anyone who we feel may be a detriment to maintaining a safe, secure and friendly environment.

All students are expected to “cheer on the home team” by sitting in the bleachers during the game. Parents are asked to keep their young children in the bleachers with them so that they can be supervised at all times.